GHC Africa Leadership Accelerator

The GHC Africa Leadership Accelerator is a 9-month hybrid program designed to strengthen the leadership and management skills of early to mid-career health professionals aged 21-35, working across Sub-Saharan Africa.

📝 About the Program

The Africa Leadership Accelerator Fellowship is tailored for high-potential, early-career public health leaders committed to personal and professional development. The program welcomes applicants from diverse sectors, including:

• Local health ministries or state agencies
• Government agencies
• Universities
• Community-based and nongovernmental organizations
• Private sector employers

Program Components

The program adopts a hybrid learning approach, combining virtual and in-person learning opportunities. The program is completely free for fellows, covering:

• All virtual programming
• Travel to retreat locations
• Lodging costs
• Meals for in-person retreats

Fellows are expected to dedicate 6-8 hours per month to the program. Upon completion, fellows join GHC's global network of 1,200+ alumni and benefit from ongoing leadership development opportunities.

Key Activities

Fellows will participate in the following mandatory components:

• Leadership Academy Workshops (~3 hours/month)
• Individual stretch & coalition projects
• Global and country-based in-person retreats
• Executive Leadership Coaching sessions
• Quarterly supervisor check-ins
• Learning circles with fellow cohort members
• Final project presentations
• Alumni mentorship
• GHC staff support and check-ins

Learning Topics

The program covers a wide range of topics, including:

• Understanding Personal Values & Beliefs
• Leading with Integrity & Transparency
• Human-Centered Design
• Design Thinking
• Generative AI as a Tool for Development
• People Management
• The Science & Art of Receiving Feedback Well
• Roles in Social Change
• Managing Up
• Advocacy & Coalition Building
• Applying Systems Thinking to Problem-Solving & Decision-Making
• Project Management Fundamentals
• Conflict Resolution & Negotiation Skills
• Strategic Planning & Goal Setting
• And much more!

🎁 Benefits

• The program is completely free for fellows.
• Access to GHC's global alumni network of over 1,200 members.
• Comprehensive support for all program components, including travel, lodging, and meals.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the program, applicants must:

• Be aged 21-35 by September 1, 2024.
• Be a citizen of Malawi, Rwanda, Uganda, or Zambia.
• Be currently employed full-time in a non-clinical public health role for at least six months at the time of application.
• Be employed by a public health organization operating in Malawi, Rwanda, Uganda, or Zambia, with written support from the employer for program participation.
• There are no specific education or training requirements for eligibility.

📅 Application Process

Nomination

Applicants must be nominated by one of the following:

• A representative from their organization (e.g., HR professional, Executive Director, Program Manager)
• Their manager or supervisor
• A colleague or peer (current or previous employer)
• A GHC alumni
• A GHC fellow
• Other

Steps After Nomination

1. Application Portal Access: Nominees will receive an email with a link to the application portal and detailed instructions within 3-5 business days of nomination form submission.
2. Required Documents:
   • CV
   • Program references
   • Demographic information
3. Short Responses: Applicants will provide responses to prompts to help GHC learn more about them.
4. Letter of Recommendation: A letter from the applicant's supervisor is required.

📅 Key Dates

• Date Published: May 20, 2025
• Application Deadline: June 20, 2025
• Program Duration: September 2025 - May 2026

🌍 Eligible Locations

The program is open to citizens of the following countries:

• Malawi
• Rwanda
• Uganda
• Zambia

🌟 Sponsor Organization

The program is sponsored by Global Health Corps (GHC).

🔗 Application Portal

• View more details about the program on the Global Health Corps Africa Leadership Accelerator website.
• Apply directly via the application form.

This is a fantastic opportunity for emerging public health leaders to enhance their skills, grow their networks, and make a lasting impact in their communities!

• The program is completely free.